Comparison

jAmpler vs Augmatic GRE

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

jAmpler

Record, import, and manipulate audio samples with a versatile instrument plugin. Create unique sounds using granular synthesis and a wide array of effects. Assign samples to a keyboard for intuitive musical performance.

Highlights
  • Record and import audio samples
  • Assign samples to keyboard keys
  • Granular synthesis controls
  • Extensive per-sample editing
  • Global effects suite
  • Adjustable velocity curve and temperament
Features
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jAmpler is a sample-based instrument plugin for iOS and macOS, designed as an Audio Unit v3 (AUv3) instrument. It enables you to record, import, assign, and manipulate samples with a rich set of controls and global effects — all accessible in a compact, intuitive interface. Features: * 4 banks, each with 8 samples. * Each sample is represented by a unique color. * Record samples directly using your device’s built-in microphone. * Import audio files to use as samples. * Assign samples to keyboard keys using their color codes. * Detailed controls per sample: - Copy, paste, and trim samples. - ADSR envelope (Attack, Decay, Sustain, Release). - Crossfade and crossfade overlap for seamless looping. - Octave shifting and drive/distortion. - Filter and pitch shift options. - Granular synthesis controls (wet, density, size, spray, stereo spread, window shape). * Global effects: - Velocity Controlled Filter. - Low Frequency Oscillator. - Compressor. - Distortion. - Equalizer. - Chorus. - Cabinet. - Reverb. * Adjustable velocity curve and keyboard temperament.

About

Augmatic GRE

Generate complex and evolving drum patterns using algorithmic and Euclidean engines. This app creates MIDI notes that require a separate sound source to produce audio, offering deep control over rhythm and dynamics.

Highlights
  • Algorithmic and Euclidean rhythm generation
  • Morphable Grids Engine for evolving beats
  • Blend control between pattern types
  • Linear drumming for articulate patterns
  • Velocity bender for expressive dynamics
  • Groove tools for swing and timing
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MAIN FEATURES: - 6 Algorithmic Channels - Bass drum, snare, hi-hat, plus accents which create complementary rhythms, not duplicates. Each channel can generate its own rhythmic voice for rich, layered drum patterns. - Topographic Engine - Morphable, evolving beats based on the Mutable Instruments Eurorack module. Navigate an X/Y map of interconnected drum patterns extracted from actual drum loops with smooth interpolation between patterns. - Euclidean Engine - generate evenly distributed, world‑inspired rhythm patterns using Euclidean algorithms. Configure steps, hits, and start position independently on each channel for precise control. - Blend Control - Crossfade between Grids and Euclidean patterns to introduce variation while preserving the core character of your groove. - Linear Drumming - Control which drums play together or play alone. Eeach sound has room to breathe. Creates clean, articulate patterns. Used in Hip-Hop, IDM, Funk, Fusion. - Velocity Bender - Shape velocity dynamics for a more expressive, dynamic pulse. Create ghost notes, and rhythmic emphasis that bring patterns to life. - Groove Tools - Swing, humanization, clock division, and timing shift. Fine-tune the feel of your patterns from tight and mechanical to loose and human. IMPORTANT: This app does not produce sound on its own. It generates MIDI notes and requires a drum sampler or synthesizer to play them.

Screenshots

jAmpler4 screens
Augmatic GRE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: jAmpler at Free against Augmatic GRE's $9.99. Augmatic GRE's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ratings volume, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

jAmpler is free to download; Augmatic GRE costs $9.99 up front. jAmpler sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Augmatic GRE asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Augmatic GRE holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of jAmpler's written reviews are positive against 83% of Augmatic GRE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

jAmpler ships an update every 3 months, Augmatic GRE every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
jAmpler versus Augmatic GRE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterjAmplerAugmatic GRE
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.2 (6 ratings)4.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings67 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.4 GB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan MaesARTUR ANTONI NOWAK

Customer experience

jAmpler

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

Augmatic GRE

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

jAmpler

One-time1
  • jAmpler Activation$7.99
None

Augmatic GRE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is jAmpler free?
jAmpler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Augmatic GRE free?
Augmatic GRE costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, jAmpler or Augmatic GRE?
Augmatic GRE is rated higher. jAmpler averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Augmatic GRE averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.
Do jAmpler or Augmatic GRE have ads?
Neither jAmpler nor Augmatic GRE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, jAmpler or Augmatic GRE?
jAmpler ships an update every 3 months, and Augmatic GRE every 2 weeks. Most recently, jAmpler was updated on October 11, 2026 and Augmatic GRE on September 26, 2026.

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